Grouper
Grouper, formerly known as Zonks and Dog Food, was a New York-based company in the food and beverage sector, organizing social gatherings in major U.S. cities.
Company History
Grouper, initially founded in the summer of 2011 in New York, has also been known by the names Zonks and Dog Food. The company operates in the Consumer, Food and Beverage industry. Grouper joined the Y Combinator Winter 2012 batch, which provided significant funding and mentorship during its growth phase. Although Grouper is currently inactive, it once organized numerous group events in major cities across the United States where members shared tens of thousands of drinks.
Founding and Y Combinator Involvement
Grouper was founded in New York in the summer of 2011. The company operated under its original name, Grouper, but has also been referred to as Zonks and Dog Food. In the Winter 2012 batch, Grouper was funded and supported by Y Combinator, a renowned startup accelerator. This involvement helped Grouper to expand its operations significantly during its active years.
Operational Regions
During its active years, Grouper served the regions of the United States of America and America / Canada. The company organized social events, known as groupers, in major cities across these regions, aiming to bring people together for shared experiences.
Team Size and Structure
Grouper operated with a small, dedicated team of 11 members. The compact size of the team likely facilitated close collaboration and agile development within the company, contributing to its impactful operations despite its eventual inactive status.